Springbok legend Victor Matfield has every faith in Handre Pollard and Manie Libbok excelling for South Africa while Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu remains unavailable.
Manie Libbok delivered a standout performance in Japan on Saturday, scoring 37 points to lead Kintetsu Liners to a commanding 77-36 victory over Hino Red Dolphins in Tokyo.
With Handre Pollard, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Manie Libbok all contending for the Springbok No. 10 position, South African rugby is in a healthy place.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok and loose forward Kwagga Smith expect a massive battle in the Rugby Championship clash against the Pumas in Durban on Saturday.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named an exciting team for their opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship match against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok's move to Japan has been confirmed, with the Stormers star set to join Hanazono Kintetsu Liners ahead of the 2025/26 Japan Rugby League One season.